Gas-liquid separator and related methods
US8419836B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D45/06
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus is provided for separating a liquid from a gas-liquid mixture. The apparatus has an enclosure having an inlet and an outlet defining a flow path for the gas-liquid mixture. The apparatus includes a plurality of plates in the enclosure that are arranged in the flow path between the inlet and outlet, with the plates being configured to coalesce liquid from the gas-liquid mixture contacting the plates. A reservoir may be in fluid communication with the plates and be positioned to receive fluid coalesced by the plates. The plates may be arranged so as to create a turbulent flow of the gas-liquid mixture flowing from the inlet toward the outlet.
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